tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post4096344914279350512..comments2023-05-15T04:48:37.376-07:00Comments on Napoleonics in Miniature: Crazy Battle 7.12.13Paulalbahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03482911273863430204noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-49459014579604115092013-12-17T01:57:27.986-08:002013-12-17T01:57:27.986-08:00Thanks James!Thanks James!Paulalbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03482911273863430204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-75470101266773862802013-12-12T21:19:34.202-08:002013-12-12T21:19:34.202-08:00Nothing useful for me to add, except to add to the...Nothing useful for me to add, except to add to the chorus praising the photos and figures.<br /><br />Looking forward to the next one!James Fisherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17897755636246185173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-87263585945217709582013-12-10T03:44:20.265-08:002013-12-10T03:44:20.265-08:00Hi Ian,
Yeah I have played my nephew a couple of t...Hi Ian,<br />Yeah I have played my nephew a couple of times now and although we hit grey areas we were able to work through them. I think we were just swamped with people and some were Napoleonic gamers who new other rules so wanted to say how it should have been. I really don't mind who wins or loses a game as long as we have fun. My time like most is very limited.<br />Getting down to get the figures out is the most important. Mai was working on our day off because if circumstances so I actually needed that bit of relaxation. Its a bloody shame as I have artillery almost finished I could have taken to a finish instead of sitting listening to people argue.<br />Good points all round Ian!<br />Thanks<br />Paul<br /><br />Ill also look to get tge odd game going with my brother and nephew over the holiday season although im working both Christmas and new year Paulalbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03482911273863430204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-76221650548855595422013-12-10T00:46:05.747-08:002013-12-10T00:46:05.747-08:00Hi Paul - I've always prefered to game against...Hi Paul - I've always prefered to game against a single opponent and that has to be someone I know and get on with as a gamer. I've been fortunate that my main protaganist is also my brother and we've been wargaming on and off for over 40 years. We only play our own rules and as we both have input into them we seldon disagree during play although we nearly always come up with at least one rule tweak at the end of the game!<br /><br />Multi player games can be a lot of fun but in my experience they need to be properly organised and must have an umpire/organisier. Things work best when this person can 'manage' the players and place them around the table in positions where they are least likely to come to blows!<br /><br />Although it is quite realistic to have players getting on each others nerves (just look at the way Napoleon's marshals interacted!) it doesn't make for an enjoyable evening's gaming...Strykerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14258922461691204362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-4049663443675513702013-12-09T07:53:21.380-08:002013-12-09T07:53:21.380-08:00Thanks Carlo,
I hope that the next 1 will be diffe...Thanks Carlo,<br />I hope that the next 1 will be different!Paulalbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03482911273863430204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-58722883296267233922013-12-09T07:48:01.987-08:002013-12-09T07:48:01.987-08:00thanks Craig on all counts! Yeah I really enjoy Gd...thanks Craig on all counts! Yeah I really enjoy GdB to. Fingers crossed for the next game whenever that may be. Paulalbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03482911273863430204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-1826923706221424252013-12-09T07:45:49.866-08:002013-12-09T07:45:49.866-08:00Hi Andrew, thanks for the advice, I'll put eve...Hi Andrew, thanks for the advice, I'll put everything forward to the group. I havn't had the chance to go through black powder yet. I see there are a lot of people playing them online. I'll try and get my hands on 1 for a read. Glad you like the troops!Paulalbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03482911273863430204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-1660284342586644782013-12-09T01:35:30.223-08:002013-12-09T01:35:30.223-08:00Wonderful looking game Paul - figures look stunnin...Wonderful looking game Paul - figures look stunning.<br /><br />We've all had these games buddy and we will again...but I do love GdB and need to play a heck of a lot more however these beautiful blogs like yours are distracting me!!<br /><br />Hope next outing is one of those extra special ones we all remember so fondly mate.Carlohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17002425294986020268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-45799099937861979592013-12-08T22:42:48.051-08:002013-12-08T22:42:48.051-08:00Paul,
the figures look great as always. Too bad ...Paul,<br /> the figures look great as always. Too bad the game left you a bit flat. From my analysis of having run a few of these games, there are two key ingredients required which I could not spot in your post. The first is an umpire/game master. I find running a successful game as much fun as playing. You can also keep the time pressure on so things don't get bogged down. Umpire is a more accurate title, as if you get any lip, you can offer to march them back 5m. And if your ruling is a little inconsistent "Additional variable of war. Deal with it". <br /><br />The glaring omission from your photos is the pizza/ burgers/ fish and chips and beer. Tends to take the edge off the most ardent of rules lawyers. And you can always send the most difficult person to the bar for the next round. And after a second or third, you don't mind too much anyway.Craignoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-43590214246859276992013-12-08T16:50:04.972-08:002013-12-08T16:50:04.972-08:00It is great to see your figures on the table. Pit...It is great to see your figures on the table. Pity about the game. I have been extremely lucky in all the games I have played in that win or lose they have been fun without any serious hassle. <br /><br />I hope your inspiration returns real soon as you produce excellent work that certainly inspires me.Sun of Yorkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07315805432481558574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-5892905268685801862013-12-08T15:24:18.582-08:002013-12-08T15:24:18.582-08:00Paul,
Good looking, unfortunatly these kind of gam...Paul,<br />Good looking, unfortunatly these kind of games do happen, you would have thought that they would have looked into those issues prior to this game. Next time this happens write them down yourself and check the forum, and for the unbelievers,print out the answer. I have post it notes in my rule book about certian rule issues. <br /><br />Peter, it sounds like the guy you were ealking about couldn't figure out the difference between column of route and column of squadrons!!John(VonBlucher)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-55066330666559928742013-12-08T12:58:31.727-08:002013-12-08T12:58:31.727-08:00You done grand J, i think it got very big, very qu...You done grand J, i think it got very big, very quickly. I had considered it being a limited sized game. It became pretty big in the end!Paulalbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03482911273863430204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-81741959701557991822013-12-08T12:56:18.586-08:002013-12-08T12:56:18.586-08:00Thanks Christopher,
All very wise ideas. I'll ...Thanks Christopher,<br />All very wise ideas. I'll pass on everyones ideas. Unfortunately I'll probably not get another game for maybe 2-3 months. Paulalbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03482911273863430204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-19637188782749485812013-12-08T12:53:27.835-08:002013-12-08T12:53:27.835-08:00Thanks Vasiliy, great to hear from you!Thanks Vasiliy, great to hear from you!Paulalbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03482911273863430204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-89092590585369124052013-12-08T12:43:43.551-08:002013-12-08T12:43:43.551-08:00Hi Jamie,
You done a fine job with the troops you ...Hi Jamie,<br />You done a fine job with the troops you had and you always pick up rules like lightning. I'm a wee bit slow with rules even if I read them over and over again for years. I still need a guiding hand however I get there in the end.<br /><br />Thanks to everyone for your comments!!! I'm sure we will be up to scratch next time!?! Paulalbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03482911273863430204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-63330793019240014092013-12-08T12:36:09.736-08:002013-12-08T12:36:09.736-08:00Thanks Des, it was a bit of a disaster. Not a fun ...Thanks Des, it was a bit of a disaster. Not a fun experience. I think it all came together Otto big and to fast. Your enthusiasm was mist D man!!!Paulalbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03482911273863430204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-66463374960194424562013-12-08T12:34:30.012-08:002013-12-08T12:34:30.012-08:00Hi Duke, thanks im glad you like the troops, very ...Hi Duke, thanks im glad you like the troops, very kind comments! Family are holding in there. Long road ahead, I'll do a full update soon.<br />Paulalbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03482911273863430204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-30746386130422586472013-12-08T12:31:10.597-08:002013-12-08T12:31:10.597-08:00Yeah it certainly was FMB, I'm proud of those ...Yeah it certainly was FMB, I'm proud of those landwehr! They will go down in history as mtly 1st painted unit not to run away on their 1st outing!Paulalbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03482911273863430204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-27928021410752619902013-12-08T12:29:18.221-08:002013-12-08T12:29:18.221-08:00Hi Peter, you make a lot of sense. I like the idea...Hi Peter, you make a lot of sense. I like the idea of the notes at tge back for future solving of the same old problems. Also its good to have a wee chat in the game. Its hard if the discussions slow tge play right down. I'm sure tge next game will run smoothly! Paulalbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03482911273863430204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-69666099993706030232013-12-08T12:25:46.756-08:002013-12-08T12:25:46.756-08:00Hi Jonathan, that sounds like the best idea having...Hi Jonathan, that sounds like the best idea having an umpire. Glad you like the figures! Paulalbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03482911273863430204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-75753035237606476992013-12-08T12:23:41.227-08:002013-12-08T12:23:41.227-08:00Hi Littlearmies,
I don't understand it either....Hi Littlearmies,<br />I don't understand it either. Life is far to short! Young David did a fine job on his legere and swiss. Thanks for commentingPaulalbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03482911273863430204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-81222042843678668132013-12-08T11:41:29.553-08:002013-12-08T11:41:29.553-08:00Lovely looking game Paul and great to see your fig...Lovely looking game Paul and great to see your figures getting an outing! <br /><br />If after a brief look at the rules and one can't find the correct rule then the old wargamer trick of rolling a dice to decide who's opinion takes precedence is always the best way to move things along if you don't have a game master and discuss it after the game when passions are cooled a bit.<br /><br />GdB rules are very confusing for the beginner and a referee comes in handy with them, but they do give a nice simulation of the periods they cover. I personally enjoy LaSalle for my Naps and recommend them if you get the time to try them out.<br /><br />Christopher Christopher(aka Axebreaker)https://www.blogger.com/profile/13205928451375232865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-69082429752144412992013-12-08T11:24:07.003-08:002013-12-08T11:24:07.003-08:00Congratulations, Paul! Excellent game!Congratulations, Paul! Excellent game!Vasiliy Levashovhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08914064389248773404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-41040139346568462582013-12-08T10:26:24.809-08:002013-12-08T10:26:24.809-08:00As one of the players (Jamie) I know I'm sligh...As one of the players (Jamie) I know I'm slightly guilty of turning up at the club to play games when I have no knowledge of the particular rules. <br /><br />I'll happily play anything and at the club it's not too much of an issue when the games are straight forward but I think in this case it was a little more complicated. <br /><br />I had to question how on one hand you can be told 'your troops must do this' when a turn or two later someone is doing something that seems at odds with that rule - which then devolved into an issue that the 'regulars' end up debating. And complaining that every time they play the same rule changes. Seemed to me there is some sort of internal logic to the rules missing - but then, I've never actually read them!<br /><br />Sorry you didn't enjoy the game Paul. I wasn't amused with the mechanics but I thought the minis were stunning and our tactics worked out pretty well. James MacCraggshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10787914402966238993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8079714099175013853.post-54162232131892652013-12-08T10:14:09.645-08:002013-12-08T10:14:09.645-08:00Paul really disappointed to hear this game had som...Paul really disappointed to hear this game had some serious playing issues! Normally our french v prussian battles work well. sorry I missed seeing your superb figures on the table.Scotsgreyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08020204485038152417noreply@blogger.com